• Swenka Family Recognized as Good Farm Neighbors in Johnson County
    Jul 2 2026

    Welcome to another episode of the Fenceline Podcast! In this episode, host Bob Quinn sits down with Steve & Amy Swenka in Tiffin, Iowa, Mike Naig, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture, and Bryan Whaley, Chief Executive Officer, Brian Waddingham, Executive Director with the Coalition to Support Iowa's Farmers, and Alex Frazier of Frazier Nursery. Listen in to hear them discuss their operation, Double G Angus. Tune in for an insightful conversation on the challenges and opportunities facing the industry today.

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    33 mins
  • A to Z Feeders: Powered by Iowa‑Grown Corn
    Jun 11 2026

    Welcome to another episode of the Fenceline Podcast! In this episode, host Bob Quinn sits down with Alyssa Preston, District 8 Field Manager with Iowa Corn, Alan Zellmer, Farmer in Atlantic, Iowa, Brian Waddingham, Executive Director with the Coalition to Support Iowa's Farmers, and Darin Proffit, Iowa Corn Promotion Board Member representing District 7. Listen in to hear them discuss the Zellmer feedlot operation and how their farm has diversified over the years. Tune in for an insightful conversation on the challenges and opportunities facing the industry today.

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    32 mins
  • USMCA Review and Its Impact on Iowa Ag Markets
    May 21 2026

    Welcome to another episode of the Fenceline Podcast! In this episode, host Bob Quinn sits down with Brian Waddingham executive director of the Coalition to support Iowa Farmers, Bryan Whley CEO of Iowa Cattlemen's Association, Josh Berg President of the Iowa Turkey Federation, Brent Swart with the Iowa Soybean Association, Pat McGonegle CEO of Iowa Pork Producers Association, and Stu Swanson with the Iowa Corn Growers Association to discuss the first renewal of the USMCA Trade Agreement and how this can affect our agricultural markets within the state of Iowa.


    Learn more:
    🌐 http://supportfarmers.com
    🌐 http://iowacorn.org
    🌐 http://agforusmca.com


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    28 mins
  • Iowa’s Livestock Powered by Iowa‑Grown Corn
    May 21 2026

    Welcome to another episode of the Fenceline Podcast! In this episode, host Bob Quinn sits down with John Stoakes, District 5 Field Manager for Iowa Corn, to discuss the latest checkoff efforts and the value of livestock fed Iowa‑grown corn. Stoakes, along with Austin Miller, shares input from his work with the Iowa State Digital Innovation Lab - but most importantly, his experience as a young farmer in Iowa.

    Learn more:
    🌐 http://supportfarmers.com
    🌐 http://iowacorn.org

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    27 mins
  • Eickman Family Recognized as Good Farm Neighbors in Carroll County
    Mar 31 2026

    Welcome to another episode of the Fenceline Podcast. Bob Quinn is joined by the Eickman family, who recently received the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award in Carroll County. The Eickmans share the history of their family hog farm and how the operation has transitioned through multiple generations. Then, Secretary Mike Naig joins us to talk about his favorite topic - Iowa agriculture.

    Good Farm Neighbor Award: Good Farm Neighbor Award - (supportfarmers.com)

    Eickman Family: Carroll County farm family recognized for livestock care, conservation and community leadership -

    CSIF: http://supportfarmers.com

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    25 mins
  • Financing your Livestock Farm
    Feb 24 2026

    Welcome to another episode of the Fenceline Podcast. Bob Quinn is joined by the staff of the Iowa Finance Authority and the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship to discuss financing options available to young farmers in Iowa.

    Iowa Finance Authority - Iowa Economic Development Authority | Iowa Finance Authority | Economic Development & Finance Authority

    Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship: Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship

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    21 mins
  • HORA GFN
    Feb 10 2026

    Welcome to another episode of the Fenceline Podcast! In this episode, host Bob Quinn sits down with Gregg and Liddy Hora, hog farmers from Webster County and the most recent recipients of the Wergin Good Farm Neighbor Award at the Iowa Pork Congress. Bob and Gregg are also joined by Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig to talk about the significance of the Good Farm Neighbor Award and the current state of Iowa’s agriculture industry.

    Learn more:
    🌐 http://supportfarmers.com

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    28 mins
  • An Opportunity to Diversify: Shrimp Farming in Iowa
    Jan 5 2026

    Welcome to another episode of the Fenceline Podcast! In this episode, host Bob Quinn sits down with Jackson Kimle, owner and founder of Midland Seafood, to discuss the growing shrimp industry in Iowa. Jackson, along with Ken Reed, shares insights on how shrimp farming works and the unique opportunities it offers for farmers looking to diversify their operations.

    Learn more:
    🌐 http://www.midlandseafood.com
    🌐 http://supportfarmers.com

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    29 mins